Drilling Engineer IV
Job Description
## About Lewis Energy Group
Lewis Energy Group is a vertically integrated exploration and production company and a leading natural gas producer in South Texas and across the nation. With operations spanning South Texas, Colombia, and Mexico, we're known for our long-standing commitment to excellence, innovation, and community engagement. What truly sets us apart is our family-oriented work culture, built over decades of dedication and teamwork. This foundation drives the passion we bring to our work and the positive impact we make in the communities where we operate.
## The Role
As a Drilling Engineer IV, you'll design and implement casing and drilling programs in accordance with reservoir development scenarios while aiming to protect the health and safety of workers, minimize cost, and preserve the environment.
## What You'll Do
• *Planning** involves developing directional and casing designs for unconventional plays. You'll prepare well plans, procedures, and cost tracking for drilling projects and benchmark results, operating in full compliance with all HSE and regulatory guidelines.
• *Promoting Efficiency** means monitoring drilling phases and recommending actions to optimize efficiency and address problems as they arise. You'll evaluate technology and applications to gain efficiency in drilling operations, interface with on-site supervisors, and monitor daily drilling operations. Working closely with asset teams, you'll develop timelines to maintain efficient drilling operations and communicate operational issues across teams and Company departments.
• *Cost Control** requires preparing and executing AFEs that accurately represent drilling time and well design. You'll evaluate bids and suggest service providers in support of drilling operations, benchmark capital spending and cost efficiency across all drilling aspects, and provide project management regarding invoice approval and settlements with service providers.
• *Data Analysis** involves gathering, verifying, and organizing data sets while preparing visuals to comprehend value propositions.
• *Teamwork** means active participation and documentation of team meetings, supporting field staff with direct supervision of procedures as required, and encouraging collaboration and capture of lessons learned.
## About You
We're looking for dedicated individuals who bring expertise, problem-solving abilities, and a strong work ethic to our team. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in engineering from a four-year college or university, or a minimum of eight years of experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
You should be bilingual in English and Spanish with strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills. Experience interpreting technical, financial, and legal documents is essential, as is the ability to address inquiries and communicate effectively with executives, public groups, and regulatory agencies.
Advanced problem solving, effective leadership skills, and strong written and verbal communication abilities are crucial. We need someone flexible and willing to travel extensively to field operations, including frequent overnight stays. Well Control Certification at the supervisory level, renewed every two years, is required.
## Work Schedule and Location
This position is based in San Antonio, but frequent travel to field locations is expected. You'll work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with flexibility required based on operational needs and travel demands.
## Benefits
At Lewis Energy Group, we know our people are our greatest asset. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports you and your family both inside and outside of work:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, plus Basic Life & AD&D coverage and more
- 401(k) retirement plan with immediate matching contribution
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
- Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing free, confidential support for you and your dependents
- On
- Site Fitness Center
- Wellness and Company Events throughout the year
Join Lewis Energy Group and become part of a company that values hard work, innovation, and the well-being of its team members.
Lewis Energy Group is a vertically integrated exploration and production company and a leading natural gas producer in South Texas and across the nation. With operations spanning South Texas, Colombia, and Mexico, we're known for our long-standing commitment to excellence, innovation, and community engagement. What truly sets us apart is our family-oriented work culture, built over decades of dedication and teamwork. This foundation drives the passion we bring to our work and the positive impact we make in the communities where we operate.
## The Role
As a Drilling Engineer IV, you'll design and implement casing and drilling programs in accordance with reservoir development scenarios while aiming to protect the health and safety of workers, minimize cost, and preserve the environment.
## What You'll Do
• *Planning** involves developing directional and casing designs for unconventional plays. You'll prepare well plans, procedures, and cost tracking for drilling projects and benchmark results, operating in full compliance with all HSE and regulatory guidelines.
• *Promoting Efficiency** means monitoring drilling phases and recommending actions to optimize efficiency and address problems as they arise. You'll evaluate technology and applications to gain efficiency in drilling operations, interface with on-site supervisors, and monitor daily drilling operations. Working closely with asset teams, you'll develop timelines to maintain efficient drilling operations and communicate operational issues across teams and Company departments.
• *Cost Control** requires preparing and executing AFEs that accurately represent drilling time and well design. You'll evaluate bids and suggest service providers in support of drilling operations, benchmark capital spending and cost efficiency across all drilling aspects, and provide project management regarding invoice approval and settlements with service providers.
• *Data Analysis** involves gathering, verifying, and organizing data sets while preparing visuals to comprehend value propositions.
• *Teamwork** means active participation and documentation of team meetings, supporting field staff with direct supervision of procedures as required, and encouraging collaboration and capture of lessons learned.
## About You
We're looking for dedicated individuals who bring expertise, problem-solving abilities, and a strong work ethic to our team. Ideal candidates will have a Bachelor's degree (B.A.) in engineering from a four-year college or university, or a minimum of eight years of experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
You should be bilingual in English and Spanish with strong analytical, writing, and presentation skills. Experience interpreting technical, financial, and legal documents is essential, as is the ability to address inquiries and communicate effectively with executives, public groups, and regulatory agencies.
Advanced problem solving, effective leadership skills, and strong written and verbal communication abilities are crucial. We need someone flexible and willing to travel extensively to field operations, including frequent overnight stays. Well Control Certification at the supervisory level, renewed every two years, is required.
## Work Schedule and Location
This position is based in San Antonio, but frequent travel to field locations is expected. You'll work Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with flexibility required based on operational needs and travel demands.
## Benefits
At Lewis Energy Group, we know our people are our greatest asset. We're proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports you and your family both inside and outside of work:
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance, plus Basic Life & AD&D coverage and more
- 401(k) retirement plan with immediate matching contribution
- Annual Discretionary Bonus
- Generous PTO and Paid Holidays
- Employee Assistance Program (EAP) providing free, confidential support for you and your dependents
- On
- Site Fitness Center
- Wellness and Company Events throughout the year
Join Lewis Energy Group and become part of a company that values hard work, innovation, and the well-being of its team members.
Posted: 2026-03-25